Avoiding neck radiation for some nasopharyngeal cancers
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests whether it's safe to skip radiation to a specific part of the neck (Level Va) in certain nasopharyngeal cancer patients. It aims to reduce side effects while still controlling the cancer.
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Who can take part
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of nasopharyngeal cancer (a type of head and neck cancer).
- The cancer must not have spread to other parts of your body.
- You must be in generally good health, able to perform daily activities without help (ECOG 0–1).
- You must not have cancerous lymph nodes in certain specific spots in your neck (on the same side as the main tumor).
- You must not be pregnant, breastfeeding, or have other active serious medical conditions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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